Financial Analyst Jobs

April 4, 2017

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Nova Academies is a pan-African school network that prepares the next generation of leaders and innovators through world-class teaching methods with an emphasis on 21st century skills. We currently have three schools in South Africa and one school in Nairobi. We are also launching a girls secondary school in Nairobi in 2017.

Analyze data to ensure proper accounting procedures have been followed

Investigate and report to the Manager any inconsistencies or improprieties.

Prepare financial reports, charts, tables and other exhibits as requested

Responsible for performing special projects to improve process efficiency and performance projects as assigned by Manager

Provide timely, relevant and accurate reporting & analysis of the results of the organization’s performance against historical, budgeted, forecasted and strategic planning results to facilitate decision-making toward the achievement of the budget and strategic plan.

Maintain and develop various financial models and standard templates distributed for use by all of Finance during the planning processes, ensuring quality, accuracy and focused analytic review.

Describe an insightful use of financial analysis techniques, tools, and concepts, to provide practical counsel to management to drive business results.

Understand and facilitate the integration of business processes, people, and relevant technology, in order to identify, configure, and communicate useful information, and to provide practical business leadership to drive business decision making across the company.

Support the Manager by being the first point of contact for issues and questions.

Identify non-value added processes within the department and seek solutions.

About You

Should have Bachelor’s Degree and professional qualifications in CPA, CFA, ACCA or equivalent

Minimum 3-5 years of progressive experience in a large audit, insurance or accounting environment

Experience in leading implementation of highly effective controls and processes.

Ability to meet tight deadlines as well as work with minimal supervision

Knowledge of financial and accounting procedures including an understanding of IFRS and their application in the preparation of financial statements

Ability to effectively interpret financial information

Good presentation and communication skills including the ability to write proper reports

Proficiency in common computer applications

Great Interpersonal, cross-cultural skills and a demonstrated good attitude towards work and willingness to continuously learn

Ability to maintain high standards of integrity and work well in a team

Strong organization and analytical skills as well as keenness to details

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the right candidate is identified. Only qualified candidates will be invited for interviews.

How to Apply

Does working at Nova Academies excite you? If you’re a great fit, we will drop everything and call you immediately.

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